A video of two women constables, who were guarding a bank in Bihar, courageously taking on bank robbers has gone viral and for all the right reasons.
Constables Juhi Kumari and Shanti Kumari were on duty at the entrance of Uttar Bihar Gramin Bank in Senduari Chowk of Sadar police station area when three men tried to barge in. "I asked if all three had work in the bank, and they said yes. I asked them to show the passbook, and that's when they pulled out a gun," Juhi was quoted by NDTV.
#WATCH | Two women police constables guarding a bank in Bihar's Hajipur foiled a bank robbery attempt as they fought off three armed robbers.
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Security camera footage of the incident showed both Juhi and Shanti jumping into action. A scuffle ensued and the man, who pulled out the gun, was seen trying to overpower the women.
"They tried to snatch our rifles, but we decided no matter what happens, we won't let them rob the bank or take our weapon. Juhi cocked her gun at them and was about to shoot when they ran away," Shanti told the news outlet.
Though Juhi was injured in the scuffle, the duo managed to scare away the robbers. According to the police, an investigation is on and they are on the look out for the men.
"Three men tried to rob the bank around 11 am at Senduari. Our women constables showed exceptional courage and managed to scare them off. There was no firing. The constables will be rewarded," senior police officer Om Prakash added.
Meanwhile, Bihar police rewarded both the constables Juhi Kumari and Shanti Kumari for their bravery. "Senior officers appreciated our bravery and said that you have done a good job," added Shanti Kumari.
